What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Calais is to bus and train which costs €45 - €85 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Calais is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Essen to Calais?

The distance between Essen and Calais is 511 km. The road distance is 399.2 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €140 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Calais?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Essen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Calais train from?

Essen to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Calais train arrive?

Essen to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Calais is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Essen to Calais.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Calais?

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Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Calais.

Essen to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 6m
€147–235
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen - Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
9h 48m
€47–85
Bus, train via Antwerp
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 380
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
9h 36m
€61–99
Drive 399.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to Calaiscar 399.2 km
4h 1m
€64–93
Train via Calais Frethun
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
6h 31m
€146–236

Essen to Calais by train and bus

30Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

€147Cheapest Price

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Distance: 510.8 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Rue De Tournai, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 6m.

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